The Bahamas’ Best Sailing Instructors
Our Bahamas sailing school specializes in making the leap to becoming a confident sailor approachable, fun, and deeply rewarding. At Go Sail Bahamas, you’ll be guided by some of the most experienced and respected instructors in the industry.
We only hire USCG Captains and ASA-certified instructors with extensive backgrounds in both sailing and teaching. Each of our instructors brings not only decades of real-world sailing experience but also expert knowledge of ASA course material and the local waters of the Bahamas and beyond.
You’ll see what makes our Bahamas sailing school and instructors stand apart from the first moments you arrive. Your ASA instructor will take the time to understand your individual goals, experience level, and even the reasons why you want to learn to sail. Then, your ASA instructor will tailor the course to your needs, challenges, and aspirations. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all instruction!
Once on board, your ASA instructor will create a supportive, respectful learning environment. not only build the confidence you need to pass your ASA exams but also the necessary know-how to handle a sailboat on your own. Your Go Sail ASA instructor will never yell and will always treat you with respect and patience, answering all your sailing questions thoughtfully. By the end of your ASA courses in the Bahamas you’ll not only have your ASA sailing certifications but a lifelong sailing mentor as well!
Our policy is once you sail with us, you are part of our crew forever. This means we are a constant resource through your sailing journey. We offer special sailing discounts to ASA members and our alumni for refresher courses and advanced sailing instruction. Charter companies love seeing ASA certifications issued by Go Sail because they know that means a sailor is competent.
Start your sailing journey with confidence and the best instruction available!
Get To Know Us!
Our crew looks forward to hitting the waters with you and helping you build the skills and confidence you need to bareboat charter anywhere in the world. Along the way, we’ll share unforgettable adventures and explore the breathtaking beauty of sailing in the Bahamas. Get to know a little bit about your ASA instructor and crew before you set sail with our Bahamas sailing school!
Captain Genevieve Evans
“Salt is the cure for everything, sweat, tears, and the sea.”
Genevieve’s first sail on a Hobie Cat as a teenager sparked a lifelong passion for freedom and adventure. Years later, she left the corporate world and has followed that feeling all the way to the Bahamas– never looking back! She is a USCG-licensed captain, Master American Sailing Instructor, and founder of Go Sail Vacations. Genevieve has devoted her life to sharing the empowerment and possibility that sailing brings. For her, sailing isn’t just a career, it’s a calling.
Captain JT Quinn
“I have sailed to every island in the Caribbean”
Captain JT first started sailing while living in New Zealand. He is an expert American Sailing instructor. He brings not only years of cruising experience from the Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands, Spanish Virgin Islands, he has also spent time working on yachts all along the Atlantic Coast, Caribbean, and the Med. He has crossed the Atlantic Ocean, sailed to every island in the Caribbean, and transited the Panama Canal. Whether it’s long, open water passages or cruising the islands, JT loves to share his stories and knowledge about sailing.
Captain Bob LaBine
“My favorite part is the ‘aha’ moment”
Captain Bob is an experienced ASA instructor and looks forward to bringing his expertise to Go Sail. He grew up on a lake in the summertime and for many years, Captain Bob’s life revolved around racing sailboats. Over the years he visited a number of sailing destinations but always loved the warm climates best. “If you are going to sail in water it might as well be warm water,” he laughed.
Tyler Evans
“The whole point of this vacation school is ease— not feeling overwhelmed with the details and being able to focus on enjoying your time.”
After 14 years in the brewing industry, Tyler is now combining his love for old-world challenges and exploration as Go Sail’s Operations Manager. Fascinated by navigation and the mystery of the sea, he even dreams of one day sailing the Bermuda Triangle. Tyler applies his technical expertise to ensure every sailing vacation runs smoothly. His goal is to help create experiences that are as seamless as they are adventurous.